Phil Kurz
Phil Kurz is a contributing editor to TV Tech. He has written about TV and video technology for more than 30 years and served as editor of three leading industry magazines. He earned a Bachelor of Journalism and a Master’s Degree in Journalism from the University of Missouri-Columbia School of Journalism.
Latest articles by Phil Kurz
HPA Releases Program Details For Tech Retreat
By Phil Kurz published
AI in media, interoperability and a vision for the future are among HPA’s hot program topics
Broadcast Management Group Extends Production Capabilities With JVC Cameras, Controllers
By Phil Kurz published
The production solutions provider has acquired a range of PTZ and streaming cameras
Fredrik Borg Joins Varnish Software As CEO
By Phil Kurz published
He comes to Varnish Software with more than 15 years in the telecom industry
Consumers May Have Reached Video Subscription Limit But Would Pay To Simplify Experience
By Phil Kurz published
Findings from Hub Entertainment Research reveal 59% would pay for a one-stop shop app
Ross Production Services Adds Calrec Argo S Consoles
By Phil Kurz published
The consoles are part of RPS’ first IP deployment at the Connecticut facility
Mark Bird To Lead Sales At Motion Impossible
By Phil Kurz published
Former managing director for RT Motion will be responsible for developing and executing sales strategy for MI
Video Industry Partners Update DASH Content Conformance Validation
By Phil Kurz published
Joint Content Conformance Partnerships’ effort promotes interoperability of DASH content
Vizrt Announces TriCaster Flex Dual Control Panel
By Phil Kurz published
The dual-stripe panel can be customized to meet specific workflow requirements
HBCU Go Deploys Chyron Virtual 1st, PAINT Solutions
By Phil Kurz published
The addition brings its production of NCAA D-I and D-II football on par with network production
Thai Telecom Operator Deploys Ateme KYRION Encoders For Sports
By Phil Kurz published
NT has relied upon the Ateme KYRION encoder for a variety of high-profile sporting events
Digital TV Research Predicts Top SVOD Players in 2029
By Phil Kurz published
Netflix will continue to top SVOD competitors in subscribers in six years
Shakespeare’s Globe Relies On Riedel Bolero Intercom Across Two Theaters
By Phil Kurz published
The Bolero intercom system has delivered high-quality audio and the ability to roam
Telstra Broadcast Services, BT Ink Strategic Alliance to Pool Resources
By Phil Kurz published
The agreement brings together the global media networks of both companies
Icelandic State Broadcaster Signs Deal For Avid | Stream IO Subscription
By Phil Kurz published
RÚV will use the software for production ingest and news and entertainment playout
Blockboard Unveils BlockCONNECT Attribution Technology For CTV, OTT Advertisers
By Phil Kurz published
The tool gives agencies and brands a chance to make rapid changes to ad buys and creative if needed
ARRI Rental North America Grows Business Development Team
By Phil Kurz published
Andrea Leonard will work from New York, while Lisa Harp will be based in Los Angeles
Ukraine’s Voila Turns To Ateme For Disaster Recovery
By Phil Kurz published
The pay-TV and broadband provider is using the company’s NEA packaging and CDN solutions
ATSC 3.0 Becomes One Of Two Finalists For Brazil’s Future TV 3.0 Standard
By Phil Kurz published
Lab testing showed 3.0 with advanced components offers the greatest spectral efficiency
Spicy Mango, FX Digital Team Up To Make Connected TV Sports More Engaging
By Phil Kurz published
The pair worked to create engaging data overlays that remove the need for a second screen
CP Communications, RHS Expand Haivision Rental Portfolio
By Phil Kurz published
The Haivision Pro, Air and rack mobile transmitters are now available as rentals
TV Tech Summit: Broadcasters Face Challenges in NextGen TV Rollout
By Phil Kurz published
Consumer awareness remains low: only 7% can describe NextGen TV/ATSC 3.0
New Sencore ARD 3000 Software Offers ATSC 3.0 DRM Support
By Phil Kurz published
With an add-on license, version 1.17.0 software for the ARD 3000 series will support A3SA DRM